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mRemoteNG alternatives

As of Nov 12, 2026, the highest-graded mRemoteNG alternative is Royal TS (2.8 GPA). It's also the best free one.

mRemoteNG compared with 5 alternatives: Royal TS, Remmina, Apache Guacamole, Screens and Windows App.

mRemoteNG is free to use. 4 of the 5 alternatives are free or have a free plan. One more offers a free trial.

Listings checked up to Nov 12, 2026 · Where the facts come from

At a glance

ToolPriceFree planRuns on
mRemoteNGThis toolFreeFreeWindows
Royal TSFree plan · from €49 one-timeYesmacOS, Windows, iOS, Android
RemminaFreeFreeLinux
Apache GuacamoleFreeFreeWeb
ScreensFree trial · from $4.99/moTrial onlymacOS, iOS
Windows AppFreeFreeWeb, macOS, Windows, iOS, Android

Price against what you get

mRemoteNG has no paid plan and scores 1.7 out of 4 on features, ease of use and platforms. None of the 4 alternatives on this chart both scores higher and starts lower.

Screens and Windows App score higher without starting lower.

Features, ease of use and platforms, averaged

D1.0C2.0B3.0A4.0Free$1$2$5$10$20$50$100$200$500More for lessCosts more, scores moreCosts less, scores lessCosts more, scores lessmRemoteNGRemminaScreensWindows App

What paid plans start at, a month (each step along is roughly double) →

  • The best score at each price
  • Has a free plan
  • No free plan
The full chart of remote desktop apps, and the best at every price

How each one differs from mRemoteNG

  1. Royal TS

    Connection manager for RDP, SSH, VNC and web sessions

    • Royal TS starts at €49 one-time per user for Windows or macOS.
    • Royal TS also lists macOS, iOS and Android apps.
    • Royal TS also covers workflow automation.

    Suits: IT staff managing many servers over RDP, SSH and VNC

    Royal TS vs mRemoteNGRoyal TS pricing and details

  2. Remmina

    Free Linux remote desktop client for RDP, VNC and SSH

    • Remmina is free.
    • Remmina also lists a Linux app.
    • Remmina lists no Windows app, which mRemoteNG has.

    Suits: Linux desktop users who connect to Windows machines over RDP

    Remmina vs mRemoteNGRemmina pricing and details

  3. Apache Guacamole

    Open-source clientless remote desktop gateway

    • Apache Guacamole is free.
    • Apache Guacamole also lists a web app.
    • Apache Guacamole lists no Windows app, which mRemoteNG has.
    • Apache Guacamole is self-hostable, according to its own site.

    Suits: IT teams that want browser-only access to internal machines

    Apache Guacamole vs mRemoteNGApache Guacamole pricing and details

  4. Screens

    Remote desktop client for Apple devices

    • Screens starts at $4.99 per month, or $29.99 per year.
    • Screens has no free plan, only a free trial, unlike mRemoteNG.
    • Screens also lists iOS and macOS apps.
    • Screens lists no Windows app, which mRemoteNG has.
    • Screens also covers file sharing and menu bar app.

    Suits: Mac and iPad users reaching a home or office Mac

    Screens vs mRemoteNGScreens pricing and details

  5. Windows App

    Microsoft's free client for remote Windows PCs and cloud desktops

    • Windows App is free.
    • Windows App also lists a web app and macOS, iOS and Android apps.
    • Windows App also covers file sharing.

    Suits: Employees who connect to Azure Virtual Desktop or Windows 365 Cloud PCs

    Windows App vs mRemoteNGWindows App pricing and details

Limits worth knowing in mRemoteNG

  • It is a Windows application; the site lists no macOS, Linux or mobile versions.
  • It is a connection manager, so the computers you reach still need their own RDP, VNC, SSH or other servers running.
  • The Stable release on the downloads page is dated April 12, 2019, while a Nightly build is dated September 15, 2026.
  • It is maintained by volunteers, with support through the community and GitHub rather than a paid plan.
mRemoteNG pricing and details

Common questions

What are the alternatives to mRemoteNG?

The alternatives to mRemoteNG in this directory are Royal TS, Remmina, Apache Guacamole, Screens and Windows App. Each one has a side-by-side comparison with mRemoteNG.

Is there a free alternative to mRemoteNG?

Yes. Remmina, Apache Guacamole and Windows App are free to use. Royal TS has a free plan alongside paid ones.

Which mRemoteNG alternatives work on macOS?

The mRemoteNG listing does not include a macOS app. Royal TS, Screens and Windows App list one.

Which mRemoteNG alternatives work on Linux?

The mRemoteNG listing does not include a Linux app. Remmina lists one.

When were these prices checked?

Every listing on this page was checked on Nov 12, 2026, against the pages it cites. Vendors change prices without notice, so confirm on their site before you buy.